From the Mouths of Babes...

This morning I had a CD playing that consisted of Primary songs and some church hymns. I like to play music like this periodically through the week because it brings a calmness to our otherwise chaotic house. It helps me to be in a better mood, no doubt. And you know what they say...if momma ain't happpy...ain't nobody happy!

Ty had just come in from playing in the backyard and, hearing the music, said...

TY: "Are we going to chruch today?"

MOM: "No. Today is Friday, but we can listen to church music on other days. Not just on Sunday."

TY: (as he's storming off towards the back door) "THIS SONG MAKES ME FRUSTRATED!!"

MOM: (taking a minute to decipher what he said) "Oh. Well, it was one of Noma's favorite songs."

TY: "WELL. I DON'T WIKE IT!"


The kids and I were at the bus stop this morning, waiting for the bus to come. Luke and our little neighbor boy were standing on the sidewalk next to where I had the van parked. Ty, Jake, and I were sitting in the car with the windows down. A little girl (who is in Luke's primary class) walked over to where we were and started chatting with us.

I heard Luke whisper to her..."My mom doesn't have any hair."

The little girl's eyes lit up and she said..."YOU DON'T???"

So I started explaining to her...

Thanks, Luke. My secret is out.

UNDER CONSTRUCTION: Luke's Room

Luke's room is getting closer to being finished! He's been trying really hard to be patient and to not be sad that his room isn't done yet. Both of the boys have had fun helping their daddy work on it. Hopefully, by the end of this week, I'll be posting pictures of it finished!

I'm not sure who's more excited to be doing this room in football (AZ Cardinals) decor...Luke...or his dad!

Ride 'Em Cowboy!

THANKS to A LOT of help from Grandpa Holbrook, and Grandma Debbie's great sewing skills, the boys' bedroom is finally finished!!! I am so happy with how it turned out and Ty thinks it's pretty cool, too! Ty is really into horses right now, and he's already decided which cowboy on the wallpaper border is him.

Curt built the shelf on the wall, and the wooden bed frame for Ty's bed...all with left over wood from his job site. Gotta love that! When the time comes for Jake to move out of the crib and into a big bed, Curt will make a matching bed frame for him, too.

Ty

Every time Ty says the prayer, whether it's before we eat or at bedtime, he always says, "Bless that we can go to Sea World and that I can go to Kannon's house (his little friend). Bless Mommy to feel better...". It's VERY cute!!

Luke

Yesterday Luke said (as he was hugging me), "Mom, you're the strongest out of anyone. You're the strongest woman I know".

It was so sweet for him to say that because he has watched me go through so much...recovery from surgery, chemo, etc. I am so proud of him and for his ability to understand so much at such a young age. I hope he's still a sweet compassionate boy even when he's all grown up. As his mom, that would make me happy beyond description.

EASTER 2008

We had a really nice Easter! Grandma Debbie has been staying with us (and will be here until the 29th) so it was really fun to spend Easter with her. We had a yummy feast and were happy to have Alayna and Ashlie spend their Sunday with us, too.

Spring Break

The kids are on Spring Break until the 25th and I've been trying to make it somewhat fun for the boys since we aren't going anywhere. They've all been spending a lot of time at Grandma's this week and have been having a blast.

Yesterday was a fun day...Jake spent the day with Grandma while Luke, Ty, and me had a fun pizza party while we watched a movie. We played horseshoes and rode bikes. I had a fun day with my bigger boys.

Today, Jake is home with me and the big brothers are at Grandma's. I wanted to spend the day just me and Jakey. We've had fun playing and I'm grateful for the time that I get to spend with my baby!

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